Plant Operations Director

Job Overview:

The successful candidate will lead plant operations in filling, assembly, and compounding, overseeing a team of 70-100 employees. They will ensure that operations consistently achieve targets in cost, quality, customer service, environmental health and safety, maintenance, utilization, and team development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee production operations across Filling & Assembly, Compounding, and Maintenance, ensuring compliance with safety policies and Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).
• Drive key metrics in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and the People Pillar through adherence to company safety policies and quality standards.
• Coach, motivate, and empower the Operations Management Team to foster a culture of continuous improvement and achieve business objectives.
• Collaborate with Planning, Operational Excellence, CVE, and Plant Logistics to meet production targets and support new product launches.
• Lead site and department strategy development aligned with Supply Chain Strategy, spearheading site-based initiatives.
• Implement daily management systems and best practices to improve performance and maintain alignment with global KPIs.
• Develop a sustainable organizational structure and ensure effective implementation of the manufacturing model and industry best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field, with over 10 years of relevant experience in a comparable environment.
• Fluency in English and German, enabling effective communication and leadership.

Work Experience and Skills:

• Proven experience in manufacturing within similar industries, including exposure to GMP.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence (OpEx), and TPM principles.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, manage, and achieve budgets that support business objectives.
• Skilled in establishing annual plans and projects to achieve performance goals.
• Experience in hiring, training, and managing team members.
• Commitment to upholding quality and safety standards.
• Change management expertise.
• Effective collaboration with supporting functions such as WH, QA, HR, and Finance.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Power BI, and industry-related software.

This role offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to make a significant impact on a dynamic production environment, driving operational excellence and success in a global setting.